Probation Officer — Evidence-Based Case Management

US Lawns; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Capital Blue Medical Insurance

Capital Blue Vision Insurance

United Concordia Dental Insurance

County Retirement Pension

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Probation Department seeks an Adult Probation Officer to conduct interviews, administer assessments, and develop supervision plans with a focus on community safety and offender accountability.

Responsibilities include preparing court reports, implementing case plans, and coordinating with services to address criminogenic needs. Requires a BA with behavioral/social science credits and PA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 18 credits in behavioral or social sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Maintain a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
• Complete 40 hours annual professional development.
• Background checks: Pennsylvania State Police & FBI before employment.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and investigates with offenders, families, victims and relevant parties.
• Administers and interprets screening tools such as ORAS and other instruments.
• Prepares court reports and recommends actions based on assessments.
• Creates supervision and case plans addressing community, victim and supervisee needs.
• Ensures adherence to Victim’s Rights and coordinates with community resources.
• Maintains detailed case records and progress toward goals.

Skills

Interviewing

Assessment tools

Report writing

Case supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree with 18 credits in behavioral or social sciences

Tools

Ohio Risk Assessment System (ORAS)

Job description

The Pennsylvania Probation Department seeks an Adult Probation Officer to conduct interviews, administer assessments, and develop supervision plans with a focus on community safety and offender accountability.

Responsibilities include preparing court reports, implementing case plans, and coordinating with services to address criminogenic needs. Requires a BA with behavioral/social science credits and PA driver’s license.